Self-Care During Coronavirus

During this time of increased illness and our necessary adaptation to social limits, including quarantine, we are naturally afraid. It is naturally uncomfortable to deal with trying times, especially when health is compromised. Social structures morph quickly and our rules to cope with them follow suite. What do you do to cope with the threatening Coronavirus and how do you deal with changing times? It is up to each person and every family to sit within,…

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A Witness to Love

“Invite your whole heart into your relationships. Love heals lives beyond measure.” Nina Sidell, M.A. There are many different kinds of relationships; some last a season, others seemingly momentary, and other relationships last a lifetime. When you are in love, feel deep love for your child, and love your family and friends- each experiential feeling differs. They differ because each relationship comes with it distinct and unique purposes, boundaries, and roles. In another real sense, the…

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The Gift of Good Co-Parenting

" Being willing to consciously parent is an essential skill. Being willing to co-parent well is a gift." Nina K. Sidell, M.A. "Free yourself from antiquated ways, ineffective parenting styles and strategies or knee-jerk reactions by committing to parent with awareness. By making a conscious commitment to living with an open mind and heart, you free yourself from old habitual patterns, belief systems, and unconscious, inappropriate, or defensive responses. Try an expanded view and version of…

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Fall for Love

Are you ready to adapt to crisp days and chilly nights? Are you making room for new growth and transformation in your life? With curiosity and grace, welcome each season, person, and insight into your view. Think about it, where do you spend most of your emotional energy most days? Are you focused on getting things done, feeling upset, overwhelmed, sad, frustrated, frightened, or angry? Do you practice  mindfulness to assist you in staying present and…

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Care for Self and Others

" The lens through which you view your life- the life attitude behind your relationship expectations, perceptions, intentions, and interactions- rules your world." Nina Sidell, M.A. "Parenting for Life". What do you want to develop in yourself and in your relationships? Do you notice the way you take care of yourself? Are you attentive to the way you care for others and others care (or don't) care for you? Your personal development consists of reaching to…

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Create Well-Being in a Chaotic World

"Remain centered within yourself instead of joining the reckless chaos around you." Nina Sidell, M.A. Imagine living your life one moment at a time with focus and presence, while giving your "Sacred Self" the care you need. What would your life look and feel like if you lived this way? Times have changed and they are continually changing. The pace, topics, risks, and realities are ever-challenging and frightening. Even in that scenario, you are responsible for…

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